Was Memphis tn named after Egypt?

Yes, Memphis, Tennessee was named after Memphis, Egypt.

The city was founded in 1819 by John Overton, Andrew Jackson, and James Winchester, who were all veterans of the War of 1812. They chose the name Memphis because they were inspired by the ancient Egyptian city of Memphis, which was once a major center of culture and commerce.

The name Memphis is derived from the Egyptian word "Men-nefer," which means "enduring and beautiful." The ancient city of Memphis was located on the Nile River, about 12 miles south of modern-day Cairo. It was the capital of ancient Egypt during the Old Kingdom period (c. 2686-2181 BC) and was a major religious and cultural center.

The city of Memphis, Tennessee, is located on the Mississippi River, about 200 miles north of Memphis, Egypt. It is the largest city in Tennessee and is a major center of transportation, commerce, and culture.